Tensions rise as Kaida learns that Aric has been secretly working with the technocrats, betraying her for a chance at redemption. Feeling used and betrayed, she confronts him, only to realize that they share a common enemy. With the city on the brink of civil war, Kaida must make a choice: abandon her quest or join forces with Aric to stop the technocrats from unleashing a weapon capable of mass destruction.

Aric's Betrayal

[Kaida stands in the rain, staring at Aric with disbelief.]

Kaida:
"You knew all along. You've been working with them."

Aric (pleading):
"Kaida, it's not what you think. I had no choice."

Kaida (furious):
"No choice? You sold me out to the technocrats!"

Aric (softly):
"They have leverage on me, Kaida. We can still fix this."

Kaida (shaking her head):
"I don't trust you anymore."